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Local Name Farmer's Dendrobium
Botanical Name Dendrobium farmeri Paxton
Common Name Farmer's Dendrobium
Family Orchidaceae
Distribution In Native to several countries in Southeast Asia, including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and China etc.
Habit Epiphyte
Short Description It is an epiphytic orchid species native to tropical regions in Southeast Asia.

Descriptions

It is a sympodial orchid with cylindrical pseudobulbs. Its oblong, leathery leaves grow alternately along the pseudobulbs. Inflorescences emerge from nodes, bearing 5-10 showy, fragrant flowers per raceme. Flowers white or cream with yellow or orange markings on the lip. Thick, fleshy roots adapt to epiphytic growth.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

March - May

Use(s)

It is used to treat gastrointestinal issues such as stomach pain and indigestion.